Grants for State governments - Law Justice and Legal Services

This grant program is designed to respond to incidents of family violence, intimate partner stalking, domestic violence, and dating violence, and to develop and strengthen victim services in Maryland. With a total funding of $3,000,000, it aims to support state and local government agencies, non-profit non-governmental victim services programs, faith-based and community organizations, and the state domestic violence coalition.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to deliver comprehensive legal services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, particularly those from marginalized communities, to help improve their health outcomes and quality of life.

This grant provides financial support to community coalitions across the U.S. that aim to create quality jobs and promote an inclusive workforce in the clean energy sector.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist victims of technology-facilitated abuse, such as online harassment and non-consensual image sharing, by enhancing their services and resources.

The 1889 Foundation Creative Health Impact Grant (CHIG) program is designed to foster connections between the arts and the health and wellness of residents in Cambria and Somerset Counties, Pennsylvania. This initiative directly aligns with the 1889 Foundation's foundational principle of supporting innovative programs to improve and transform the overall health and wellness of the region. By integrating arts projects, performance activities, exhibitions, and other health and wellness-related activities, the grant aims to leverage creative approaches to address community needs and enhance well-being. The target beneficiaries of the CHIG are local non-profit organizations that have established arts and health and wellness initiatives, as well as the residents of Cambria and Somerset Counties who benefit from these programs. The impact goals are centered on supporting projects that demonstrate results and positively impact community needs within these counties. The program seeks to empower organizations to utilize the arts as a vehicle for improving health outcomes and promoting a holistic view of wellness among the local population. Key priorities and focuses for funding include collaborative approaches with quality partners, clearly defined arts and healthcare partnerships, and activities such as exhibitions, performances, festivals, and continuing programs that relate to health and wellness. The 1889 Foundation has specific priority goals that guide project funding, encouraging applicants to align their proposals with these established priorities to increase their chances of success. Both new and well-established programs and projects are eligible, allowing for a broad range of innovative and proven initiatives to be supported. Expected outcomes and measurable results include improved health and wellness indicators within the communities served, increased access to arts-based health initiatives, and stronger collaborative networks between arts and healthcare entities. The grant also anticipates supporting programs that demonstrate a tangible impact on the needs within the community, reinforcing the foundation's strategic commitment to data-driven and results-oriented interventions. The project period runs from September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, providing a clear timeframe for program implementation and evaluation. The 1889 Foundation's strategic priorities and theory of change are rooted in the belief that innovative programs and initiatives can significantly improve and transform regional health and wellness. The CHIG exemplifies this by directly funding efforts that combine creativity with health objectives. The foundation’s theory of change posits that by investing in local non-profit organizations with arts and health initiatives, it can cultivate a healthier, more engaged community where the arts serve as a vital component of overall well-being. This grant is a direct manifestation of the foundation's leadership in this area for Cambria and Somerset Counties, with the application process managed by the Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance (PRAA).

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that help families at risk of involvement in the justice system by offering rehabilitation services and resources to keep parents and children together.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that develop or improve services aimed at preventing sex and labor trafficking among girls and young women up to age 25.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments for enhancing their capabilities to prevent and respond to terrorist threats and other hazards, with a focus on law enforcement and border security initiatives.

The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) is the component of the U.S. Department of Justice responsible for advancing the practice of community policing by the nations state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement agencies through information and grant resources. The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications for funding for the FY24 Promoting Access to Crisis Teams (PACT) Community Policing Development program. The PACT-CPD program funding is used to provide grants directly to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies for the creation or expansion of crisis intervention teams and to embed mental and behavioral health services with law enforcement agencies so they can better respond to individuals in crisis in the community.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to create and share resources that improve community policing practices and strengthen trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations dedicated to enforcing fair housing laws by enhancing the training of fair housing test coordinators to combat housing discrimination.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local, state, and tribal agencies, as well as community organizations, to implement collaborative strategies aimed at reducing violent crime and enhancing public safety in their areas.

This grant provides funding to local governments and nonprofits for technologies and programs that help locate individuals with dementia or developmental disabilities who are at risk of wandering, enhancing public safety and community support.

The Black Hills Area Community Foundation (BHACF) is offering its Summer Capacity Building Grant, a program designed to strengthen the effectiveness, sustainability, and efficiency of eligible organizations within specific counties of South Dakota. While the description doesn't explicitly detail the BHACF's overarching mission, the focus on "capacity building needs" suggests an alignment with fostering a robust and resilient non-profit sector in the Black Hills area. This grant directly supports the foundation's implied strategic priority of empowering local organizations to better serve their communities through enhanced operational capabilities. The target beneficiaries for this grant include IRS 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government entities, and religious organizations operating within Oglala Lakota, Fall River, Custer, Pennington, Meade, Lawrence, and Butte counties in South Dakota. The core impact goal is to strengthen these organizations, enabling them to achieve greater effectiveness, sustainability, or efficiency. This focus on internal organizational health indicates a theory of change where by investing in the operational capacity of these entities, the foundation expects a ripple effect of improved service delivery and community impact. The grant prioritizes several key areas for capacity building. Eligible projects include measurements and evaluation, partnership development, strategic planning, board engagement/development, marketing and donor engagement, technology needs and technical support, and staff development/retention. These focus areas are indicative of the foundation's understanding that a holistic approach to organizational development is necessary for long-term success. The expected outcomes are directly tied to improvements in these areas, leading to more effective and sustainable organizations. While specific measurable results are not explicitly detailed beyond the types of eligible projects, the emphasis on "measurements and evaluation" as a funding area suggests that grantees will be expected to demonstrate how their capacity-building efforts lead to tangible improvements in their operations and service delivery. The grant duration of one year and a maximum grant amount of $5,000 further indicate a focused approach on achievable, short-to-medium term improvements in the selected capacity-building areas. Ineligible projects, such as religious or political activity, fundraising, debt retirement, or multi-year funding, further define the boundaries and strategic intent of this capacity-building initiative.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, and tribal entities to enhance urban forestry and community engagement in disadvantaged communities across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in fostering cultural ties and mutual understanding between the United States and Mexico through innovative programs addressing key social and economic issues.

The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office, https://cops.usdoj.gov) is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications for funding for the FY24 Safer Outcomes: Enhancing De-Escalation and Crisis Response Training for Law Enforcement Support for Law Enforcement Agencies program. The goal of this solicitation is to promote safe outcomes during police encounters with persons in crisis through relevant training. Awards under this solicitation will be made to law enforcement agencies seeking to implement training and related supports on this topic. Training is supported for law enforcement officers, support personnel employed by law enforcement agencies, and mental health professionals working on crisis intervention teams as employees of a law enforcement agency or under a legal agreement with a law enforcement agency.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, local, and tribal governments for developing performance-based reentry services and housing programs aimed at reducing recidivism among individuals transitioning from incarceration.

This scholarship provides financial assistance to LGBTQ+ students from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, or Washington who demonstrate leadership and face systemic barriers to education, prioritizing those in marginalized communities.

This program provides funding to state and local governments with accredited crime laboratories to improve their DNA analysis capabilities, reduce case backlogs, and enhance public safety through the use of advanced DNA technology.